Zapier

Sr. Software Engineer (Integration Platform Zone)

Plounérin, Brittany, France

$170,800 – $224,100Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Software Development, Automation, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have over 5 years of experience building and maintaining backend systems in production, with proficiency in Typescript or JavaScript and Python (Django preferred). Experience building integrations, APIs, SDKs, or development platforms is required, along with familiarity with AI tools or consuming AI products. Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools, cloud infrastructure (AWS), CI/CD pipelines, event-based architectures (Kafka, SQS), and relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) is also expected. The ideal candidate values collaboration, pairing, async communication, and is customer-focused with a passion for learning.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Software Engineer will build, expand, and maintain integrations, with a focus on AI integrations and by Zapier tools. They will contribute to platform-wide initiatives to simplify integration development, testing, and maintenance. Responsibilities include improving observability and reliability across integration infrastructure, building APIs and backend systems for integration development and orchestration, and supporting the launch of AI-driven features and LLM-friendly capabilities. The engineer will also work cross-functionally with product, design, and data teams to deliver impactful features and maintain integration health across the catalog.

Skills

Backend Engineering
Integration Platforms
AI Integrations
Automation
API Development
System Design
Scalability
Problem-Solving
Collaboration

Zapier

Automation platform for web application workflows

About Zapier

Zapier connects various web applications to help users automate their workflows and improve productivity. It allows users to create 'Zaps,' which are automated workflows that link different apps to carry out specific tasks without needing technical skills. This platform is particularly beneficial for small to medium-sized businesses and individual professionals who want to save time on repetitive tasks. Unlike many competitors, Zapier offers a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for anyone to set up automations. The company operates on a subscription model, providing different pricing tiers based on the number of Zaps and tasks a user requires, with the goal of making automation accessible to a wider audience.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$1.3MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Work from anywhere
Competitive salary & bonus program
PTO
Health, dental, & vision coverage
Retirement plan with company match
Stock options
2 annual company retreats
Parental leave
Home office setup stipend
Professional development allowance

Risks

Open-source AI models like MiniMax-01 could challenge Zapier's market position.
Dependency on third-party services poses risks if integration policies change.
Competition from AI-driven automation tools may affect Zapier's market share.

Differentiation

Zapier empowers non-technical users to automate workflows without coding skills.
The platform offers a wide range of app integrations for seamless automation.
Zapier's subscription model provides scalable solutions for small to medium-sized businesses.

Upsides

Increased demand for no-code platforms boosts Zapier's growth potential.
Remote work trends make Zapier essential for distributed teams.
Expansion of integration ecosystem enhances Zapier's industry-specific automation solutions.

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